For decades, Eastern National and its on-site America’s National Parks Store have supported Flight 93 National Memorial by funding waysides, printing visitor guides, and contributing to annual observances. This support carried special weight this past September as the nation marked 25 years since 9/11. Although this tragic morning shrouded the nation in darkness, it was ultimately pierced by the light of extraordinary sacrifice.

To honor this solemn milestone, Flight 93 N MEM hosted multiday public programming dedicated to the 40 passengers and crew aboard United Airlines Flight 93, who courageously gave their lives to thwart a terrorist attack on our nation's capital. Opening at 7:00 AM, the memorial welcomed visitors to an 8:30 AM ceremony featuring timed wreath-laying near the visitor center marking the attacks on New York City, Arlington, Virginia, and Shanksville, Pennsylvania. The Pennsylvania Quintet also provided a musical performance alongside a reading of names.

Reflecting on the milestone, Flight 93 N MEM superintendent Stephen M. Clark shared, "We gather together in a spirit of remembrance and reflection to honor the heroes of Flight 93, recall the moments that changed our nation, and renew our commitment to carry their legacy forward with courage and compassion."

Programming continued into the afternoon with a 1:00 PM ceremony featuring keynote remarks, a youth ensemble performance, and a second wreath-laying at the Wall of Names. Additionally, the NPS and Friends of Flight 93 sponsored the 'Teach to Remember 9/11' virtual education program from September 3-11, allowing classrooms worldwide to join the 25-year remembrance livestreamed on YouTube.

On September 12 at 7:30pm, a quiet procession of 40 lanterns traveled toward and rested at the Wall of Names as part of a luminaria ceremony. Through America's National Parks Funds at Work visitors were provided with individual biography cards highlighting each hero. Furthermore, proceeds from the 25-Year Observance passport cancellation sticker and commemorative mug at the Flight 93 NM’s America’s National Parks Store directly support future observances and distance learning at the park.

For more information on Flight 93 National Memorial, please visit NPS.gov.